Mableton, Cobb County

ESCO MARIETTA

2495 EAST WEST CONNECTOR STE 80 AUSTELL, GA 30106-6816

Food
Latest score
94
Feb 6, 2026
City
Mableton
County
Cobb
Inspections
5

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Feb 6, 2026

Routine

Score: 944 violations

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed exit door in main kitchen near mop sink with openings along edges and large gap under door allowing potential entry of pests.

C/A: Repair door; outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:

(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;

(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and

(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

*Door must be repaired by next routine inspection to avoid a notice of violation.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed single use bowls/plates stored facing up exposed to contamination along top of prep top cooler in main kitchen.

C/A: Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 centimeters) above the floor.

COS: Single use articles stored correctly.

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(p) - warewashing equipment, determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no chlorine test strips at facility to verify chlorine sanitizer concentration.

C/A: Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulated debris and dirt along floor in WIF in main kitchen primarily under shelving. 2. Observed shelving in WIC in main kitchen with accumulated food debris.

C/A: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Feb 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 904 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No
  1. Observed pink slime accumulation along interior of ice machine in main kitchen.
  2. Observed black accumulations along interior of ice bin lid in bar area.

C/A: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.

COS: All equipment cleaned and sanitized.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed exit door to main kitchen left open allowing potential entry of pests; exit door is in disrepair with gaps and openings along edges.

C/A: Keep door closed and repair; outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:

(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;

(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and

(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes
  1. Observed ice accumulated along floor and hanging from piping in WIF in main kitchen. *Repeat violation
  2. Observed exterior doors of coolers, hot holding units, ice machine, and prep tables in main kitchen soiled with food debris and residue.
  3. Observed fan grates and floor soiled with dirt and debris in WIC in main kitchen.

C/A: Remove ice and clean; Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
  1. Observed soiled floors and splatter along walls throughout main kitchen.
  2. Observed dust accumulated along ceiling throughout main kitchen.

C/A: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

Score: 903 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food items cold holding at above 41F in main kitchen (see asterisks).

C/A: All food cold held must be maintained at 41F and below.

COS: All food ice bath immediately or placed in WIF/WIC.

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food items hot holding at below 135F in main kitchen (see asterisks).

C/A: All TCS foods which are hot held must be maintained at 135F and above.

COS: All food reheated to 165F.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ice accumulated ice along floor and hanging from piping in WIF in main kitchen.

C/A: Remove ice and clean WIF; Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

Score: 914 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed several food items stored uncovered in coolers and WIC in main kitchen.

C/A: Unless cooling, all food items must be stored covered.

COS: All foods covered.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several spices, sauces, and shelf stable grated cheese stored in food containers in main kitchen not labeled with common name.

C/A: Except for containers holding food that can be readily and unmistakably recognized, such as dry pasta, working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be clearly and legibly identified, in English, with the common name of the food.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No
  1. Observed soiled doors and accumulated food debris and water along interior of RICs (3) in main kitchen.
  2. Observed aluminum foil along soiled grill shelving in main kitchen.

C/A: : Clean and sanitize areas; nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. The use of aluminum foil/carboard is only permitted if used on clean surfaces and replaced every day C/A:

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed accumulated dirt and food debris along floors primarily in corners and under appliances in main kitchen.

C/A: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Jun 12, 2023

Initial

Score: 952 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(6)(b) - working containers, common name (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

OBSERVED WORKING SPRAY BOTTLE CONTAINING A CHEMICAL WITH NO COMMON NAME LABEL

C/A: Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material.

COS: LABEL PLACED ON BOTTLE

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(3)(f) - lighting intensity, adequate in food prep, storage & service areas (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

NO LIGHT PROVIDED IN WIC IN MAIN KITCHEN

C/A: ADEQUATE LIGHTING SHALL BE PROVIDED IN FOOD STORAGE/SERVICE AREA IN A FOOD SERVICE FACILITY